CARRINGTON VC

  CARRINGTON VC 1954 IS A BRITISH LEGAL COURT MARTIAL DRAMA STARRING DAVID NIVEN AS AN INNOCENT MAN CHARGED WITH THEFT, UNABLE TO DEFEND HIMSELF OR INCRIMINATE HIS FORMER WIFE.

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US Vs UK - In the United Kingdom, Colonel Childers would be more likely to be convicted of murder, based on the flawed testimony of several witnesses, and a total lack of exonerating evidence. In the case of the British Bulldog, in exactly the same way, the State saw to it that the evidence needed to defend, was never provided to the defence. In the UK, the state controls the crime scene and Legal Aid does not (did not) extend to obtaining independent forensic medical evidence. Barrister Julian Dale, and Solicitor Timothy Stirmey confirmed that to the defendant. Later, barristers in England went on strike because Legal Aid fees were so low, they were unable to defend their clients. The King (or Queen) as Head of State, is responsible for ensuring that their subjects are treated fairly, with a government that provides an effective administration. We think this true story will show it to be anything but the case in a Britain that is seriously in debt, hence, looking to save money by denying those accused of serious crimes, with a viable defence. That is aside from the corruption in local government, and collusion by Wealden and Sussex police, working with the CPS to rig the deck.

Carrington V.C., also known as Court Martial in the United States, is a 1954 British legal drama film directed by Anthony Asquith and starring David Niven, Margaret Leighton and Noelle Middleton. Others in the cast include Allan Cuthbertson, Victor Maddern, Raymond Francis, Michael Bates, Laurence Naismith, Geoffrey Keen and Maurice Denham. Made by Romulus Films it was distributed by the company's Independent Film Distributors and released in the United States by Kingsley-International Pictures. It was adapted for the screen by John Hunter from the play of the same name by Campbell and Dorothy Christie. It was produced by Teddy Baird.

It was shot at Shepperton Studios near London with sets designed by the art director Wilfred Shingleton. The Victoria Cross worn by Niven in the film was that awarded to Arthur Henry Cross for service in World War I.

PLOT

Major Charles 'Copper' Carrington VC is arrested for embezzling £125 from his unit's safe. Other charges include going absent without leave from the base, and entertaining a woman officer in his room.

Defending himself at his court-martial, Carrington's case is that he had told his superior, Colonel Henniker, that he would take the money to advertise his complaint that he was owed a greater amount for expenses. He transferred £100 of it to his wife, Valerie, who was suicidal from financial worries, and left the base to ride in a horse race in which he bet the rest of the money on himself, hoping to pay back the cash. After he fell from his horse, his friend Captain Alison Graham tried to replace the money, but was denied access to the safe.

While bed-ridden from the fall, Carrington was visited by Graham to discuss the embezzlement. She was sitting in a chair fully dressed when Colonel Henniker stormed in, saying it was against regulations for males and females to be together in private quarters. He admits to having waited for some time after seeing Graham go to Carrington's room before following.

Henniker resents Carrington, who would be cleared if it is proved that he had forewarned Henniker of his intention. Henniker perjures himself by denying it.

Due to her ill-health, Carrington had not intended to call Valerie as a witness, but does so after Henniker's testimony.

Before Valerie's appearance, Graham admits to her that she had a one-night stand with Carrington, but that Carrington then insisted that a full affair would not be fair to anyone.

Valerie seeks revenge by denying Carrington had mentioned telling Colonel Henniker he planned to take the money. Carrington is about to read extracts from a letter she wrote to him in which she refers to his informing Henniker, when the judge insists the entire letter be examined to be accepted into evidence. As the letter also contains personal matters about Valerie's health, Carrington tears it up.

He is found guilty on all counts, and dismissed from the service, subject to the verdict's confirmation.

Carrington decides not to appeal the verdict, and his marriage is also over. He admits to Graham that they could have a future together.

Gossiping, a telephonist reveals that she eavesdropped as Carrington told his wife what he had told Henniker. Her sergeant insists she give evidence. Not knowing this, Carrington agrees to appeal.




CAST

David Niven as Major Charles 'Copper' Carrington VC
Margaret Leighton as Valerie Carrington
Noelle Middleton as Captain Alison L. Graham
Allan Cuthbertson as Colonel Henniker
Victor Maddern as Bombardier Owen
Raymond Francis as Major Jim Mitchell
Geoffrey Keen as Brigadier Ayers Meadmore, presiding judge
Newton Blick as Judge Advocate A. Tesker Terry
Mark Dignam as Major Morse, prosecutor
Robert Bishop as prosecutor's assistant
Maurice Denham as Lieutenant Colonel B. R. Reeve
Laurence Naismith as Major R. E. Panton
Clive Morton as Lieutenant Colonel T. B. Huxford
Michael Bates as Major A. T. M. Broke-Smith
Stuart Saunders as Sergeant Crane
John Chandos as Adjutant John Rawlinson
Fred Griffiths as Fred, a soldier
Johnnie Schofield as Hallam
Vivienne Martin as Pte. Smith
John Glyn-Jones as Evans, a reporter
Timothy Bateson as soldier in NAAFI
R.S.M. Brittain as Sergeant Major

MOVIE INFO

An Innocent Man 1989

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Double Jeopardy 1999

Enemy of the State 1998

Fatal Attraction 1987

John Wick 2014

Gladiator 2000

Mr Bates Vs The Post Office (Horizon) 2024

Rambo First Blood 1982

Rules of Engagement 2000

Sisu 2023

The Bonfire of the Vanities 1990

The Crown, Netflix 2013 - 2023

The Fugitive 1993

Yes (Prime) Minister 1980 - 1988

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